Privacy Policy

Last updated: July, 2026

Wakehound ("the App", "we", "us") is a drowsy-driving detection app for Android. This policy explains what the App does and does not do with your information. Our approach is simple: Wakehound runs entirely on your device. We do not operate servers, we do not have user accounts, and we do not collect, transmit, sell, or share your personal data.

The short version

• The App works fully offline. It does not require an account or a login.
• The front camera is used only to detect signs of drowsiness in real time. Camera images are processed on your device, in memory, and are never recorded, saved, or uploaded.
• All settings, calibration data, emergency contacts, medical notes, profile details, and trip history are stored only on your device.
• We do not run analytics, advertising, or tracking of any kind.
• No data ever leaves your phone through the App.

Information the App handles (all on-device)

Camera (front-facing). The camera feed is analysed on-device to estimate eye closure, blink behaviour, and head position. Only a small numeric drowsiness score and alert state are used by the App. Camera frames are never stored and never transmitted.

Emergency contacts. If you choose to add an emergency contact, the App reads your device contacts so you can pick one. The contact you select is stored locally on your device only. The App never uploads your contacts. When you tap "Call", the App simply opens your phone's dialer with that number.

Photos / media. If you set a profile picture, the App uses your device's image picker to let you choose an image. The selected image is stored locally on your device only.

Medical notes and profile details. Any notes or profile information you enter are stored locally on your device only. They are never uploaded.

Trip history and settings. Drowsiness scores, trip logs, calibration, and app settings are saved locally on your device so the App can show your history and remember your preferences.

Notifications and foreground service. The App uses notifications and an Android foreground service so monitoring and alerts keep working while you drive. This does not involve collecting or sending any data.

Permissions and why they are used

• Camera,to detect drowsiness in real time, on-device only.
• Contacts,so you can choose an emergency contact from your phone book.
• Photos / media images,so you can set a profile picture.
• Notifications,to show alerts and the monitoring status.
• Foreground service / camera foreground service,to keep detection running during a trip.
• Vibrate,to physically alert you when drowsiness is detected.
• Internet,the App does not send your personal data over the internet. This permission may be present due to standard Android libraries, but the App does not use it to collect or transmit your information.

You can grant or revoke any permission at any time in your device's system settings. Some features (for example, drowsiness detection) will not work without the camera permission.

Data sharing

We do not share your data with anyone, because the App does not collect it in the first place. There are no third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services in the App.

Data retention and deletion

Because all data is stored only on your device, you are in full control. You can delete your emergency contact, profile picture, medical notes, and trip history from within the App, or remove everything by clearing the App's data or uninstalling it. Uninstalling the App permanently removes all data it stored on your device.

Children

Wakehound is intended for licensed drivers and is not directed at children.

Safety disclaimer

Wakehound is an assistive aid only and is not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. It may not detect all signs of drowsiness. You remain fully responsible for operating your vehicle safely. Always drive only when well-rested and pull over immediately if you feel tired.

Changes to this policy

If we update this policy, we will change the "Last updated" date above. Material changes will be reflected in the App or on our website.

Contact

If you have questions about this policy, email support.adeelius@gmail.com.